Heightened security expected for remainder of SPAC season

SARATOGA SPRINGS >> State Police are increasing their security presence at SPAC for Friday’s Jason Aldean concert and for the rest of the SPAC season following a sexual assault incident that occurred at the Drake vs. Lil Wayne show on Aug. 12.

Park police said the incident occurred when a woman became separated from the people she came to the concert with. There is one suspect in the case. Park police are investigating the case with the assistance of state police and other agencies.

“While Park Police believe this is an isolated incident, Park Police have put in place additional security measures for the remaining events at SPAC this season including increased park police patrols, event security through the concert promoter, and park staff who will serve as a visible presence,” said Dan Keefe, a spokesman for NYS Parks.